Football Players who Played for Colts and Lions
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Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played on both the Colts and Lions.
Dwight Freeney
Dwight Freeney had a highly successful career in the NFL, standing out as one of the most feared defensive ends of his time. He was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts with the 11th overall pick of the 2002 NFL Draft. Freeney spent the majority of his career with the Colts (2002 to 2012), and became a key figure in their defense.
Over the span of his illustrious career, he accumulated 125.5 sacks, 47 forced fumbles, and 350 tackles. Freeney was a force to be reckoned with on the field, earning seven Pro Bowl selections and three First-Team All-Pro nods. One of the highlights of his career was winning Super Bowl XLI with the Colts.
After leaving the Colts, Freeney had stints with several other teams including the San Diego Chargers, Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Seattle Seahawks, and Detroit Lions before retiring in 2017.
Freeney Key Stats
- 1st Team All-Pro (Colts)
- Pro Bowl (Colts)
- Super Bowl Champ (Colts)
Eric Ebron
Eric Ebron was selected as the 10th overall pick in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions. The 6’4″ 250-pound tight end also played for the Indianapolis Colts and the Pittsburgh Steelers.
He was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2018 while playing for the Colts, a season in which he caught 66 passes for 750 yards and 13 touchdowns.
During his career, Ebron totaled 3,837 receiving yards and 33 touchdowns on 351 receptions. Known for his size, speed, and playmaking ability, Ebron was a valuable red-zone target and an effective chain mover throughout his career.
Dan Orlovsky
Dan Orlovsky was selected by the Detroit Lions in the 5th round, 145th overall, in the 2005 NFL Draft. He played for 12 seasons in the NFL, spending time with the Lions, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Orlovsky’s career was largely spent as a backup, stepping into starting roles as needed. Perhaps his most substantial playing time came with the Lions during the 2008 season and with the Colts in 2011. In the 2008 season, he started 7 games for the Lions, throwing for 1,616 yards and 8 touchdowns.
Overall, Orlovsky’s career stats include 3,132 passing yards, 15 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions. Though never a star in the league, Orlovsky was regarded as a reliable and knowledgeable player who provided depth at the quarterback position. After retiring, he transitioned into a media role, offering his insights as an analyst.
